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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tablet 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Enkidu react to Gilgamesh's dreams?
(a) He says they mean nothing
(b) He says he fears they will come true
(c) He has similar dreams
(d) He interprets them positively

2. What does the courtesan use to clothe Enkidu?
(a) Half of her own garment
(b) The skins of animals
(c) One of the shepherds cloaks
(d) Leaves from the forest

3. Gilgamesh's dreams are an example of what kind of narrative technique?
(a) Style
(b) Characterization
(c) Foreshadowing
(d) Theme

4. How do Gilgamesh and Enkidu establish their friendship?
(a) With a kiss
(b) With a handshake
(c) By announcing their pact in formal court
(d) By drinking each other's blood

5. What is stilled into silence when the men behold the forest?
(a) Their voices
(b) The wind
(c) Humbaba's words
(d) The sound of the gods

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the axe and meteorite signify in relationship to Enkidu?

2. The tale of Gilgamesh is carved on what type of stone?

3. Who is Ninsun?

4. From where does Gilgamesh's mother say his companion will come?

5. What is another name for the cedar forest?

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